- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Popular Woodworking Books; 2nd Revised edition edition (Nov 15 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1558705872
- ISBN-13: 978-1558705876
- Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 21.3 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 522 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #476,350 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From Library Journal
One of the best parts of woodworking is setting up a workshop; in some cases, more effort is expended here than in creating finished projects. An efficient design allows one to get the most out of their shop. Stankus provides a wealth of information on how to maximize floor space and on choosing the best electrical, lighting, or safety features are best. He also gives guidelines for locating machinery and shows sample shops for cabinetmaking, carving, woodworking, and furniture restoration. A variety of storage solutions round out this excellent title, which will appeal to most woodworkers.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Turn your vision of the perfect woodshop into reality!
Picture your ideal woodshop: tools neatly stored within the reach, plenty of space for lumber and materials, ample ventilation, lighting and electrical outlets. Everything you need, exactly the way you want it.
Whether your woodshop is in the garage, basement, outbuilding, attic or even a closet, you can make the most of your space and bring your ideal woodshop to life. The invaluable advice, layouts and planning tips inside show you how.
From space management and tool setup to noise reduction and dust control, Bill Stankus covers every subject in detail. He takes a logical approach to woodshop organization, showing you dozens of ways to achieve optimum efficiency for less time and money. In this completely revised edition, you'll learn how to:
- Plan your ideal woodshop--everything from lumber storage and ventilation to dust collection and lighting
- Avoid potential mistakes and injuries with safety-first checklists
- Make your woodshop environment comfortable and cozy
- Maximize space with ideas for building mobile storage units and workstations
- Create useful storage space and the perfect workbench
- Customize your woodshop, while considering layout and budget issues
You can begin transforming the space you've got into the shop you dream about--quickly, practically and effectively.
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BEFORE SETTING OUT TO DESIGN your ideal woodshop, safety should be foremost in your mind, since safety is a factor that has extraordinary consequences in both the present and future. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
BEFORE SETTING OUT TO DESIGN your ideal woodshop, safety should be foremost in your mind, since safety is a factor that has extraordinary consequences in both the present and future. Read the first page
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
This book is worth a look to anyone.,
By Scott Pointon "Former Marine, Librarian, Wood... (Crest Hill, IL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: How to Design and Build Your Ideal Woodshop (Paperback)
I just finished reading this book and although it is not the best book on the subject (call it a close second), I did find it a worthwhile read. There is the usual overlap of basic information which every shop set-up book seems to have, but what I found most interesting about this book was:1. The sections detailing different considerations each woodworker must take into account based on the type of woodworking he/she wants to do (i.e. carving vs. cabinetmaking vs. crafts vs. boatbuilding, etc.) 2. The many great suggestions and tips to maximize storage space and organize your work. 3. The attention to safety issues. 4. The pictures of, and more importantly, the shop layout diagrams of some successful pro woodworking shops. 5. The budget-conscious recommendations for every step of outfitting a shop. As I said, I do recommend this book as worthwhile reading, but for the best book I have come across on the subject, check out "Setting Up Shop" by Sandor Nagyszalanczy.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Personal Perspective on a Workshop,
By A Customer
This review is from: How to Design and Build Your Ideal Woodshop (Paperback)
I appreciate the Bill Stankus' personal narrative regarding having a workshop. The book was both informative and a pleasure to read. I highly recommend this book.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Insightful & Useful,
By A Customer
This review is from: How to Design and Build Your Ideal Woodshop (Paperback)
I found this revised version an invaluable reference book while planning my workshop. Bill Stankus writes in a style that is informative and entertaining - an important characteristic of any reference book. The floorplans of various shops, illustrations and photographs of professional shops were both useful and acted as a good tool to begin planning my shop. Information on shop safety, consideration of budgets and vairous tools and skills only increased my appreciation of this book. I have read other books on this subject and found THIS book to be the best read, with valuable and TIME-SAVING (very important!) advice. I would recommend this to any woodworker interested in maximing their workshop potential!
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